Fabian Ajogwu Presents Books On Corporate Governance & Commerce
October 9 2007 witnessed the gathering of eminent jurists, legal luminaries and professors at the public presentation of the Book “Corporate Governance in
Nigeria
: Law & Practice” written by Mr. Fabian Ajogwu FCIArb. In his book, the Author laid out the principles of corporate governance, x-rayed the existing practices in
Nigeria
and presented the law and practice as it is, with much emphasis on the Securities and Exchange Commission and Corporate Affairs Commission’s Pioneer Code of Corporate Governance which he actively participated in drafting. The book comprises fifteen chapters, in which the author looks at the legal and ethical perspectives of corporate governance, the code as well as implementation and enforcement issues.
The second Book written by the law firm of Kenna & Associates was titled – ‘Legal & Regulatory Aspects of Commerce. The Book comprises 22 chapters of varying sizes, subjects, and preoccupations essentially on issues of business establishments, foreign direct investments, taxation, and oil and gas project financing. Within the last eight years, commerce in
Nigeria
, (within the context of the legal and regulatory environment), has been characterised by a continuous policy of activism leading to major milestones. This book according to the authors is designed to be a practical guide on issues related to doing business in
Nigeria
.
Guests at the books presentation.
The occasion held at the Regent Restaurant in
Victoria Island
under the distinguished chairmanship of the legendary former Supreme Court Justice, the Honorable Justice Kayode Eso CON. In presenting the book, Legal luminary and pro-Chancellor of the
University
of
Lagos
, Chief Afe Babalola SAN stated that the Book was a very well written and presented expose on the subject, which was of critical importance in the understanding of the law and practice of Corporate Governance in
Nigeria
. Hon. Justice Kayode Eso commended the Author for his courage and diligence in presenting a book on such a vital subject. The occasion saw the gathering of men and women of business and the academia, including Professor Albert Alos, Vice Chancellor of the
Pan-African
University
, Dean of the prestigious Lagos Business School, Professor John Elegido, Chairman of Tantalizers Group, Chief Folu Ayeni and Managing Director the Dutch Oil and Gas Giant, Heerema, Mr. GFE Ravelli. In his closing remarks, the Chief Host, Dr. Michael Ajogwu SAN thanked the Securities & Exchange Commission for its show of support of the book.
For information on how to get copies of the books, contact
Fabian Ajogwu (Managing Partner)
Kenna & Associates
Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public
1708A, Olugbosi Close, Off Bishop Oluwole
PO Box 73002 Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
T +234 1 4610556
F +234 1 2705410
E. fajogwu@kennaandassociates.com
W. www.kennaandassociates.com
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